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Use the Lens Blur Tool for Photos with a Pro Touch (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 09, 2024

We often strive to shoot photos with out-of-focus backgrounds to draw more attention to a key subject within the frame. But what do you do when an entire shot is in focus? This quick tutorial from the Adobe Live YouTube channel demonstrates a simple solution for processing the image in Lightroom for a realistic look..

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Black and White Photography: Why, When & How (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 09, 2024

Today's tutorial from our friends at Adorama TV begins with a simple question from a reader: "I'm considering switching from shooting in color to black and white for my portraits work. What are some key differences to consider when composing and editing in monochrome?"

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Creating Custom Vignettes for Landscape Photos with Maximum Impact (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 09, 2024

Thoughtful vignettes can make a huge difference in the impact of landscape photos, especially those with a minimalist look. The basic Lightroom tutorial below from the PHLOG Photography YouTube channel explains how easy it is to unlock this transformative technique.

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10 Gifts Photographers Will Appreciate Totally
Shutterbug Staff  |  Dec 08, 2024

They say the best gift is something you want to own yourself. If that's true, this gift list hits the jackpot 10 times over. We want them all! You will too. Check this out.

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Adobe Photoshop Elements 25 — Top New Features & My 7 Favorite "Old" Features
Jon Sienkiewicz  |  Dec 06, 2024

Exciting AI-powered features added to Adobe Photoshop Elements make version 25 more powerful, more fun and even easier to use. Here's a recap of the top 5 new features, with before/after examples, plus the 7 preexisting features I find most compelling.

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iPhone Exposure Tricks You Need to Learn Now (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 06, 2024

You may be super accomplished when shooting with a camera, but what about when a great opportunity arises and all you have is the iPhone in your pocket? Sure you can grab a few acceptable snapshots, but wouldn't you rather capture compelling photographs instead?

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Use this Hidden Tool to Create Precise Selections in Lightroom (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 06, 2024

When it comes to selections in Lightroom the task of creating "complex" masks doesn't have to be difficult if you follow the instructions in this tutorial from the PHLOG Photography YouTube channel. And one way to get the job done to perfection is by using what one of our favorite prost-process experts calls a "hidden" Insect" tool.

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Game-Changing Pro Tips for Epic Winter Bird Photos (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 06, 2024

Outdoor photographers love photographing birds because it's an accessible genre that you can pursue at a nearby park or even in the comfort of your own backyard. The problem is that many shooters set aside this passion in winter, even though there are many breathtaking opportunities to be found.

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Using BLEND IF to Create Photos That Say WOW! (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 05, 2024

According to one of our favorite post-processing instructors, "Blend If is one of Photoshop's best-kept secrets." This tutorial from the PHLEARN YouTube channel explains how it works and provides three ways to harness this technique to create eye-catching images with a stye of their own.

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SNOW! How to Capture it Accurately in the Camera (VIDEO)
Ron Leach  |  Dec 05, 2024

That fluffy white stuff on the ground may look pretty but it poses some of the more difficult challenges for intrepid outdoor shooters, whether the task is landscapes, wildlife imagery, skiers on the slopes, or environmental portraits. This tutorial from the Light Meets Lens YouTube channel explains everything you need to know in barely eight minute for capturing snow scenes that look like they did in the field.

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